Tammie Jones
posted 17/08/2025
Hey you. No words left, or needed; just a squeeze of the hand, a look into your eyes and a gentle nod of the head. Night DG.
gv xxx
Jo Bowkett
posted 17/08/2025
Darren, your memory is a blessing….. a man of integrity, many talents and great sense of humour. Thank you for taking such loving care of Tammie and the guys who love you so much and whose lives reflect your inspiration.
Claudette Evans
posted 17/08/2025
My life was reels and tape,
spools turning steady,
music captured on a ribbon you could touch.
That was my craft — sliders I trusted,
machines that whirled like old friends.
Then came the screens.
Icons and menus, waveforms wriggling across glass.
Everyone said, This is the way now.
I said, Not for me.
It felt like a language I’d never learn,
a door locked tight.
And then, Darren entered my life.
He didn’t laugh at my fears,
he didn’t drown me in jargon.
Darren stood, firm but patient,
turning each midi, loop and sample
into something —
even I could understand.
Darren showed how a mouse
could make a guitar note sing,
waves shaped and spliced;
and melodies given articulation,
turning bafflement into curiosity—
the screen was not a barrier,
but a window—
to a whole new world.
Because of Darren,
I left behind the hum of tape,
and embraced the bright pulse of digital.
I created songs from other people’s words,
gave them voices, gave them light.
Now, in retirement,
I turn shy writers into storytellers,
put their dreams into books and videos —
they never thought could exist.
I still carry Darren’s wisdom forward:
There’s no such thing as“I can’t.”
Say “I can,” and then do it.
Claudette Evans
posted 17/08/2025
Your guidance still resonates-turning doubt into positives, and silence into 'I can.'
Mike White
posted 18/08/2025
Darren - you were the reason I pushed myself harder than I thought possible during A Levels. Even amidst an awful spell of ill-health, you were the only teacher I had to actively checked in and wanted to help.
Thanks to you nurturing my interest in recording, I spent 2 weeks in LA this year working Warped Tour, meeting heroes of mine and writing in sessions and generally just making amazingly cool things; and it all comes back to you.
I cannot thank you enough for the life your enthusiasm enabled me to have. I've no idea what I would be doing had our paths not crossed.
You were a friend to met during those years when practically no one else was. You were smart, sarcastic, funny and an all-round amazing person. The world is immensely poorer without you in it. However, the impact you made on me and so many others cannot be overstated. You were - and are - one of my heroes. I'm glad to have known you. Rest in peace, my wonderful teacher.
Josephine Bowkett
posted 19/08/2025
Thank you, Darren, for your loving care for Tammie and the guys xx Jo
Steven Uttley
posted 19/08/2025
Although I never met Darren he provided, via his books and videos, my introduction to Cubase and music technology in general. His clear and concise teaching was always a joy and I am shocked and saddened by his passing. I will miss him and his teaching as I am sure, will thousands of others round the world.
Eva Encinas Gomez
posted 21/08/2025
Darren was a kind, supportive partner and a wonderful stepdad. His love for Tammie and the kids was clear in everything he did. Thinking of you all and sending strength during this heartbreaking time.
Vicky
posted 23/08/2025
Daz, there really aren’t words. Who you are remains strong within all of us. Thanks for the millions of hours of childhood shenanigans, laser wit, and super genius ideas and creations. You are the little brother I always looked up to, and I’ll carry you forward in this life I’m lucky enough to live. ❤️ btw, my jelly man was always better than yours! 😉
Debs Burden
posted 24/08/2025
So so sorry to hear the sad passing of Darren, he was my Keith’s cousin, and even though we haven’t seen him for a lot of years, I do remember him back when he was a boy with his Dad, Uncle Bryn. Sending love and prayers for his family, especially his wife, step children and especially Vicky, love Keith & Debs xx
Dan Bader
posted 25/08/2025
Darren shared so much of himself -- his knowledge, his humor, his care -- with everyone around him. Thousands learned from him, and all of us who worked with him feel lucky to have known him.
— Dan, and your friends and colleagues at Real Python
Lee Townshend
posted 31/08/2025
Sorry to hear this sad news, I have watched many of Darren's videos and read his books on music production. Darren was a great teacher and writer. A great man taken too soon, Please accept my condolences.
Emma Howard
posted 31/08/2025
Sorry that I cannot be with you today my lovely Tammie. Sending you so much love. Emma x
Paul Burley
posted 02/09/2025
Jones,
I miss you.
I miss the fun and laughter.
I miss your expertise and wisdom.
I miss the council and support you gave me.
I miss our adventures, especially in the Rally car
You changed my life for the better in every way.
I miss my friend
Love you
Sally Barnes
posted 02/09/2025
A tribute to Darren Jones, taken way too soon. X
eliza
posted 03/09/2025
Thinking of you Tammie, and your kids.
Fraser Bennett
posted 03/09/2025
Darren, it's not every day you lose someone that has changed your life.
You meant a lot to me. You were my mentor, teacher, and friend.
You taught me everything I know about music production. Simply put, I wouldn't have a career without you!
I was 16 when I met you and started taking lessons with you, and I knew nothing about music production. I didn't even know what computer folders were! I remember thinking, "Why do I need to put things in folders?!" Looking back, I probably wouldn't want to teach my 16 year old self now, haha! The patience you had was incredible.
And that's what makes a great teacher, your guidance and teaching eventually helped me turn music production into a career.
I am grateful and lucky to have lived on this earth at the same time as such a bloody genius!
Whatever question, whatever problem I had, you knew the answer. Or, if you didn't, it would take you all of about 5 minutes to figure it out.
People think that I'm an expert at computers just because I learned ONE music program, when the truth is, it took me 10 years to learn it, with a lot of patience from you. But you are the expert. I am just a musician who was very persistent, who was lucky to meet a tech God.
Someone gave me this lovely Darren fridge magnet, and now it lives on my mic stand, so I'll think of you every time I record.
Darren, thank you for changing my life! You...legend!
Laser
BCP Green Party councillor group
posted 03/09/2025
In great sadness for the loss of Darren, and sending our thoughts and care to his family at this time.
Andy
posted 04/09/2025
So sad, wishing your family all the best
Susanne Ivery
posted 07/09/2025
In loving memory of our dear cousin and nephew Darren. In our hearts and thoughts always. Pam, Sue and Deb xxx
